Koh Samui Springs Back to Life

Koh Samui Springs Back to Life Serene powdery sands, pulsing nightlife and fantastic food are back on the tourism menu – with an upgrade Words & Photos: Loren Infeld & Shutterstock As the world emerges from three years of COVID winter, the tropical holiday...

Following the Trail of Flavours in the South

Following the Trail of Flavours in the South Your guide to the myriad tastes and textures of Thailand’s culinary melting pot. Words & Photos: Sirin P. Wongpanit Flanked by two coastlines, the long and narrow stretch of land Thais refer to as the “axe handle of...

The Rebirth of Old Bangkok

The Rebirth of Old Bangkok Song Wat has transformed into the city’s hippest neighbourhood, with cafés, restaurants and art spaces lighting up its century-old shophouses. Words: Khetsirin Pholdhampalit & Pinanong Panchuen Phots: Bobby Heng If Yaowarat (Bangkok’s...

SCENT ARCHITECT

Sniffing Success A scent ‘architect’, Chalida Kunalai has designed everything from hotel ambience to colours for the blind. Words: Khetsirin PholdhampalitPhotos: Suwit Kittitien Chalida Kunalai has been sniffing out opportunities all her working life. The professional...

THAI NEW YEAR

Submerge Yourself in Songkran Need a little help navigating Thai New Year? Check out our guide to the wildest water wars plus unique and gentle traditions. Words: Suthima T. Songkran, or Thai New Year, is a unique celebration that’s rich in history and tradition....

ART MOVEMENT

Thailand But Not As We Know It Contemporary Thai artists are unveiling startling new visions of their country – drawing admiring glances from a global audience. Words: Richard AugustinPhotos: Courtesy of the Artists, Singapore Art Museum, Museum MACAN When the curtain...